Float Registered Nurse, RN, Towson (Days)

Sheppard Pratt • Towson, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Float Nurse (RN), you will be responsible for providing additional and/or relief coverage as indicated by staff shortage or patient status in varying patient care areas. You will perform a full range of professional nursing services, including assessing, administering, and evaluating patient care, in accordance with the team treatment plan. You will administer medical treatment as prescribed by a physician and will be responsible for teaching and providing psychosocial support to patients. Additionally, you will provide day-to-day clinical direction to Mental Health Workers and document and report patient progress to the treatment team.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited program of nursing.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland at the time of appointment and continuously while in position.
• At least one year of inpatient RN experience.
• Analytical ability and sound nursing knowledge for the effective formulation of nursing care plans, implementation of care, and appropriate documentation of pertinent information regarding patient condition.
• Ability to identify the need for assistance/supervision and seek out appropriate resources.
• Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with psychiatrically ill patients, treatment team members, and patients and family members.
• Basic computer usage skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior LPN inpatient experience will be considered with every one year of LPN experience equating to 6 months' RN experience.
• Experience in psychiatric nursing is preferred.
• Candidates residing in a compact state may apply with a multistate license and must obtain a Maryland RN license within 60 days of relocation.
• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting is preferred, but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Providing additional and/or relief coverage as indicated by staff shortage or patient status in varying patient care areas.
• Performing a full range of professional nursing services, including assessing, administering, and evaluating patient care, in accordance with team treatment plan.
• Administering medical treatment as prescribed by physician and is responsible for teaching and providing psychosocial support to patients.
• Providing day-to-day clinical direction to Mental Health Workers.
• Documenting and reporting patient progress to treatment team.

Benefits

• Commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree